2012 Outbreak of Norovirus Among Passengers Onboard Princess Cruises MV Crown Princess
The CDC Vessel Sanitation Program Reported an outbreak of norovirus among passengers onboard the Princess Cruises MV Crown Princess February 2012. In total 288 of 3,078 passengers and 75 of the 1,178 members of the crew reported symptoms of vomiting and/or diarrhea.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | February 2012 |
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| Affected country: | Other International |
| States/territories: | NA |
| Pathogen: | Norovirus |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Cruise ship |
| Brand name(s): | Princess Cruises, MV Crown Prince |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 363 |
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Sources & documents
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